Information Technology Specialist Job at U.S. Army, Brentwood, CA

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  • U.S. Army
  • Brentwood, CA

Job Description

This is a job skill that is performed in the US Army or Army Reserves as a Soldier. Enlisting is required and will undergo pre-qualifying questions, an interview, an academic test, and a physical. This is an initial entry job skill, no experience necessary. The US Army will send you to school to learn the job and get the necessary certifications.

OVERVIEW:
Information technology specialists are responsible for maintaining, processing, and troubleshooting military computer systems/operations.

 
JOB DUTIES:

  • Maintenance of networks, hardware, and software.
  • Provide customer and network administration services.
  • Construct, edit, and test computer programs.


REQUIREMENTS:
Those who want to serve must first take a series of tests that helps you better understand your strengths and identify which Army jobs are best for you.

 
Ages 17-34; 35-39 Requires a Waiver.

 
TRAINING:
Job training for an information technology specialist requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 20 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instruction.

 
Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

  • Use of computer consoles and peripheral equipment.
  • Computer systems concepts.
  • Planning, designing, and testing computer systems.


HELPFUL SKILLS:

  • Interest in computer science.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Ability to communicate effectively.
  • Experience in the installation of computers.


REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)Skilled Technical (ST):
95.
Learn more about the ASVAB and see what jobs you could qualify for.

 
COMPENSATION:
Total compensation includes housing, medical, food, special pay, and vacation time. Learn more about total compensation.

 

EARN CASH FOR IN-DEMAND JOBS:
You could earn up to $40,000 in cash bonuses just for enlisting under certain Military Occupational Specialties. Visit Jobs in Demand to see if this job qualifies for an enlistment bonus.

 
EDUCATION BENEFITS:
In the Army, qualified students can earn full-tuition, merit-based scholarships, allowances for books and fees, plus an annual stipend for living expenses. Learn more about education benefits.

 

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS:
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career as a network support technician, data-processing technician or computer programmer.

 
PARTNERSHIP FOR YOUTH SUCCESS (PAYS) PROGRAM:
Those interested in this job may be eligible for civilian employment, after the Army, by enrolling in the Army PaYS program. The PaYS program is a recruitment option that guarantees a job interview with military friendly employers that are looking for experienced and trained Veterans to join their organization. Find out more about the Army PaYS Program at

  • AAI CORPORATION.
  • EATON CORPORATION.
  • L-3 Communications Linguist Operations & Technical Support.
  • Comcast Cable Communications, Inc.
  • CISCO SYSTEMS.
  • CDW, LLC.
  • CoxCom, Inc.
  • T-Mobile.


BENEFITS

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract.

 

Pay: $40,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year.

Education: High school or equivalent (Required)


Work authorization: United States (Required).


Contract Renewal: Possible.

  Additional Compensation: Bonuses.


S chedule: Other.

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, Part time,

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